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Recall 91V-079

MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recalled the 1991 Mazda Miata: Service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip).

At a glance

Campaign number
91V-079
Reported
May 13, 1991
Vehicles affected
300 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

A return fluid line of the front brake system is misconnected to a rear brake fluid return. When the ABS system comes into use, all the fluid from the front brakes goes to the rear brake system. The fluid returns to the front system when the brake pedal is released.

The risk

Total loss of fluid in the front brake system leads toincreased stopping distances, and could result in vehicle collision.

The fix

Replace defective ABS systems.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: anti-lock brake systems (ABS).vehicle description: passenger vehicles with anti-lock brake systems.

Affected vehicles